We are an enthusiastic group of people who enjoy the safe enjoyment of sailing as a social and recreational activity on the warm waters of Lake Erie.
Our headquarters is the beautiful Sugarloaf Marina in Port Colborne, Ontario, on the north shore of Lake Erie.
From this location, one can enjoy day sailing or longer cruises to destinations at Point Abino, Buffalo and Dunkirk to the East, or Port Maitland, Port Dover, Erie,Pa. and other Lake Erie ports to the west.
Whether you own a sailboat, would like to crew for someone that has a boat, or are new to sailing and want to learn more, we welcome you to our club. By becoming a club member, you will have exclusive access to events, notices and benefits that far exceed the cost of membership.
Sugarloaf Sailing Club is a non-profit incorporated entity dedicated to:
- Nurturing and fostering the sport of sailing
- Developing navigational and sailing skills
- Promoting good seamanship within an embedded community
- Participating in sailing competitions and cruising regattas
- Organizing and sponsoring social events for members and guests
- Collaborating with other sailing clubs in reciprocal agreements that provide visitor access and benefits
We have regular Wednesday night sailing, which provides a course around marker buoys that will challenge both new and experienced sailors. While traditionally this has been ‘race night’, the focus in the last few years has been a ‘cruise night’ to enable the widest participation and just to have fun. All sailors meet at the ‘Rec Deck’ after sailing to socialize and enjoy a BBQ.
We also plan to organize cruises to other ports, including Port Albino and Port Dover, subject to interest. These cruises would provide an opportunity to enjoy the safety and camaraderie of like-minded sailors, both on the water and in the destination port.
Port Colborne will continue to be part of the itinerary for the Lake Erie Inter-Club Regatta this year. The regatta will be held from June 28 to July 2, 2025, and the itinerary for both Racing & Cruising is as follows: (*subject to change)
Race 1 | Erie to Port Dover |June 28, Sat
Race 2 | Long Point Bay Course | June 29, Sun
Race 3 | Port Dover to Port Colborne |June 30, Mon
Race 4 | Port Colborne to Buffalo (BYC) | July 1, Tue
Race 5 | Buffalo Course Race, Awards (BYC) | July 2, Wed
More details can be found in the Lake Erie Inter-Club Cruise 2025 Flyer, or by visiting the Inter-Club Regatta website: https://www.erieinterclub.com
Become a Member!
Nearly all private yacht clubs around the lakes require visitors to be members of a reciprocal club. This allows our members to enjoy the hospitality of the member clubs on a reciprocal basis. If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact us.
